Modernism through the eyes of Vidal Sassoon. Beautiful, angular and sculptural creations on the heads of women everywhere. A Vidal Sassoon cut, was a serious fashion statement. In the 1950′s, Vidal began experimenting with shapes. His creations took on names like “Teasy Weasy”, expressing the technique and style of the times.

Have you seen the film about the life of this talented designer? View the official theatrical trailer of Vidal Sassoon The Movie by clicking on the link. “This film is a first-time, deeply intimate look into the life of Vidal Sassoon, from his early days in an orphanage, to his time as a soldier, his beginnings on bond street, and ultimately, the revolution he caused, which continues to this day. Vidal Sassoon The Movie was filmed over the course of 3 years and features unprecedented access to Vidal, candid interviews with former staff, family members, reporters and historians”. Vidal Sassoon The Movie

This isn’t a story about hair. Rather, it is a story of passion, design, vision and continuous self invention. I find his tireless dedication to his craft to be a true inspiration. Regardless of medium, every designer must embrace these, pausing to question, challenge and redefine what is expected and accepted. From that personal exploration of craft, comes innovation. Vidal Sassoon has a story to tell. It is a tale which expresses his belief in the connectivity of the arts; his artistic influences based on architecture, culture and art. Vidal Sassoon reminds us what is possible with the “right commitment and passion”.

Vidal Sassoon The Movie premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York city April 23 – May 1, 2010.
Image and excerpt found at the official website http://www.vidalsassoonthemovie.com

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